Cephalosporin active against pseudomonas aeruginosa______________?
Correct answer: A. Cefoperazone
- A. Cefoperazone
- B. Cefaclor
- C. Ceftriaxone
- D. Cefotaxime
Explanation
Cefoperazone is a third-generation cephalosporin with important activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Cefaclor lacks this activity, and ceftriaxone and cefotaxime are not reliable antipseudomonal cephalosporins.
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